Hayden Atkinson returns to Carlisle United from Darlington loan after injury

Darlington defender Hayden Atkinson has returned to Carlisle United following the conclusion of his second month on loan at Blackwell Meadows.

Atkinson picked up an injury during Darlington's fixture at Spalding on Saturday 31 October. Darlington have decided to wait until he has recovered before exploring the possibility of a further loan from Carlisle United.

Darlington said: "Everyone at Darlington FC would like to wish Hayden a speedy recovery, and we look forward to hopefully welcoming him back soon."

Darlington host Oxford City on Tuesday 10 November before welcoming Bury to Blackwell Meadows in an FA Trophy fixture on Saturday 14 November.